Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cyperaceae

Genus:

Carex

Species:

Carex xerantica

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

2-3 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may, jun

Bloom Colors:

Green, Brown

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Alaska, Idaho, Minnesota, North Dakota, Nebraska, South Dakota, Washington, Wyoming, Canada: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Yukon

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

adapted to arid, open habitats